What is PXE and how it works?

PXE works with Network Interface Card (NIC) of the system by making it function like a boot device. When the client receives this information, it contacts the TFTP server for obtaining the boot image. TFTP server sends the boot image (pxelinux. 0), and the client executes it.

What is a PXE port?

PXE uses DHCP ports and TFTP to download the binary files. For TFTP and DHCP, you need to enable ports 67, 69, and 4011. The TFTP and multicast servers use ports in the range 64001 through 65000 by default. In accordance with RFC 1783, the client chooses random UDP ports to establish the session with the server.

How do I set up PXE?

To configure the PXE and TFTP servers from the console

1. Choose Configuration > Provisioning Configurations.
2. Click the PXE tab.
3. Provide information about the tab and click OK.
4. Click the TFTP tab.
5. Provide information about the TFTP tab and click OK.
6. Stop and restart the PXE server.
7. Stop and restart the TFTP server.

What is a PXE image?

Preboot Execution Environment(PXE) is a client-server interface that allows computers in a network to be booted from the server before deploying the obtained PC image in local and remote offices, for PXE enabled clients.

Is PXE a connective tissue disease?

Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is the name given to a group of connective tissue disorders that affect the elastic tissue of the skin, blood vessels, and the eyes. PXE is also known as Gronblad-Strandberg syndrome.

What is PXE over IPV4?

That said, if your PC fails to boot due to an unexpected “Start PXE over IPv4” or “Start PXE over IPv6” message, fret not, as it likely isn’t a big deal. Keep reading to see what could be causing this issue for you and how to solve it.

How do I exit PXE over IPv4?

Disable the Onboard NIC

1. Open the BIOS.
2. Go to the Boot tab.
3. In case you have this option, it will be most likely located directly in the Boot tab. If so, use the up and down keys to get to Boot Options. Press Enter to change them.
4. Another list will pop up. Look for a Disabled option.
5. Exit the BIOS, saving the changes.